Philips is one of the most trusted names when it comes to speakers. Hence, it is no surprise that when they released a speaker designed for Android devices, it almost immediately created a stir among Android owning audiophiles. This product is the Philips Fidelio AS851 Android docking speaker. You must be wondering how this product works and if it is worth the investment. In this review, we would give you all you need to know about the product.

             At first glance, this speaker looks really powerful. Its scooped design gives it a stylish yet menacing look, but this design also has a functional purpose because it is designed as such to deliver optimal acoustic performance. But this product not just looks powerful, but it is also powerful, thanks to 30 watts of output power. Such power is enough to fill up the entire room with crisp music. With Digital Sound Processing (DSP) and different sound settings, your sounds also have the quality to match its brute force.

             In addition, there are many connectivity options available for this product. Of course, you can dock your Android device in the port located at the middle of the speaker. This not only allows you to play music using your speaker, but it also charges the unit while installed there. But not only that, you can also install and charge your device via a USB port. And to allow universal compatibility for just about every music device, it also has a 3.5mm auxiliary jack. And if that’s not enough, you can also play music via Bluetooth connection, meaning you can take your device anywhere (within the Bluetooth range, of course) and the music just keeps on playing.

             Because it is one of the more unique products out on the market today, it is no surprise that the Philips Fidelio AS851 is earning a lot of reviews, and it is generally a mix of both the good and the bad. There are many positive traits of this product. Because you can connect your device into this speaker in a myriad of ways, its versatility is off the charts. A lot also like the feature that you can charge your device while installed on the dock or USB port. And of course, as normally observed on Philips products, the sound quality is topnotch. However, people have bemoaned the limitations of the dock. For some devices, docking is difficult, if not impossible. Make sure to check first the compatibility of your device with the dock before purchasing. Also, while the Fidelio app is a good addition, it could have used some improvement. The app is useful per se, it can be quite quirky to use and master.  

             The Philips Fidelio AS851 is a combination of superb performance, simplicity of use, and high build quality. And in the event that a problem arises on the unit, Philips backs this product with a 1 year limited warranty. We say that this product is a must try, with or without an Android device.